Turkish Journal of Agricultural and Natural Sciences Artificial Intelligence Policy
Explanation of Artificial Intelligence Use:
- Authors must clearly state the AI tools they used in preparing their articles. It should be detailed which parts of the text, data analyses, or visuals were generated by AI or received significant assistance from AI.
FOR AUTHORS
Permitted Uses of AI
Authors may use AI tools to assist with certain non-substantive aspects of manuscript preparation:
-Language and Readability: AI tools may be employed for grammar correction, language refinement, and stylistic adjustments. Author remains responsible for reviewing and verifying the accuracy of any changes.
-Illustrative Examples: Authors can include examples generated by AI for explanatory or illustrative purposes, provided these examples are clearly labeled and cited in the manuscript.
-Data Analysis: AI tools may support data analysis conducted through traditional research methods, but the methodology must include a detailed description of the tools, parameters, and rationale for their use.
Prohibited Uses of AI
-Authorship and Content Creation: Authors must not use AI tools to generate substantive content for manuscripts, including sections like abstracts, literature reviews, methodologies, results, or conclusions. Intellectual contributions must be entirely the work of the authors.
-Data Generation: AI tools cannot be used to fabricate or simulate data, statistical analyses, or findings. All reported data must originate from authentic and verifiable research.
-Image Creation: Images, figures, or visualizations generated by AI are not permitted due to concerns about authenticity and ethical compliance.
Disclosure Requirement
Authors must disclose any use of AI tools in their manuscript. A disclosure statement should be included in the Acknowledgments section, specifying the tools used and their purpose (e.g., "This manuscript was proofread using [AI Tool Name] for grammar and clarity improvement.").
Percentage Guide for AI Content:
5%-10% : Generally acceptable, provided the content is consistent and relevant. Use of AI must be disclosed.
10%-20% : It may be acceptable if the AI contribution is significant and critically evaluated.
Further investigation must be awaited.
More than 20% : Unless strong justifications are provided, there is a high probability of rejection. AI content must be vital and meticulously reviewed.
FOR REVIEWERS
Permitted Uses of AI
Reviewers may use AI tools to assist in the preparation of their review reports, such as:
- Refining language, grammar, or formatting for clarity and readability.
- Verifying references or basic factual information related to the manuscript content.
Prohibited Uses of AI
-Reviewers must not use AI tools to evaluate the intellectual content of the manuscript or to generate substantive parts of their review. The evaluation must be entirely their own.
-Reviewers must avoid disclosing manuscript content to AI tools, ensuring the confidentiality of the review process.
April 27, 2026
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